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MANTOVA TO VENICE
Bike / Barge Tour from Mantova (8 days) or reverse
Route Mantova > Castelguglielmo > Adria > Porto Levante > Chioggia > Venice
Price: $1450.00 USD per person based on double occupancy for Comfort Barge
Please note this price may fluctuate based on the current exchange rate.
Payment in full at time of booking will protect against any future currency fluctuation.
Ask Margie about discounts that may apply when payment in full is made at time of booking. Discounts may vary depending upon the tour date as well the current exchange rate.
Dates: Every Saturday from March 27 - October 16, 2010.
The itinerary winds its way along the Mincio and the Po, penetrating into rural areas of the Italian countryside that are still uncontaminated, and ends in the warm embrace of the Venetian Lagoon. This territory has been reclaimed from the marshes for many centuries now and is framed by green pine-woods, which offer protection for numerous species of animals.
The work of man overlaps nature in a constant game of roles: reclaimed land alternates with natural canals, fishermen's huts are camouflaged in the reeds, and bridges formed of boats reduce the distances between strips of sand.
Day by Day Itinerary
Saturday
Bicycles are available from 11a.m. at the boat, which is moored at Porto Catena, just a short walk from the centre.
Sunday:
The boat takes us to Governolo, stronghold of the Mincio Pirates: here, you take our bikes and start our ride. We cycle towards San Benedetto Po, home of an ancient monastery. We continue following the Po as far as Revere, summer residence of the Gonzaga dynasty. The last stretch of road brings us to the harbour of Ostiglia on the Fissero/Bianco canal, where you board the boat. A short stretch of navigation brings us to Zelo or Castelguglielmo, where you will moor for the night (overnight in Revere if the level of the Po is suitable).
Monday
Departure for Ferrara: the historic centre is still surrounded by the old city walls. The great number of cycle paths and the widespread use of bikes have earned Ferrara the name of the city of bicycles . At the end of the day, on board Vita Pugna, you reach Adria: the pearl of the Polesine, an ancient Greek port, famous for trading amber coming from the Baltic, which gave its name to the sea it faced (overnight in Ferrara if the level of the Po is suitable).
Tuesday
We go deep into the maze of the Delta, an uncontaminated paradise between the marshes and lagoons of the Po, pedalling in the heart of nature. The destination today is Porto Levante, a small marine village of ancient traditions.
Wednesday
Vita Pugna leaves us on the other bank of the Po di Levante. We are approaching Albarella, suspended between water and land, as you pedal between the Delta and the mouth of the River Adige. From Cavanella dAdige, the farthermost border between the provinces of Rovigo and Venice, you then follow the Po-Brondolo Waterway, which links the river to the Venetian lagoon. We will stay overnight in Little Venice and a visit to the fish market at dawn is an absolute must.
Thursday
Vita Pugna brings us to the Oasis of Ca Roman, a sandy islet surrounded by pine-woods. Pedalling along the lagoon, you reach Pellestrina: from here, you ride on the new cycle path as far as the ferry landingstage. A short boat ride takes us back up the Lido, along the Murazzi, with a stop in Malamocco, the ancient harbour. Overnight in the Venetian lagoon.
Friday
After a wonderful awakening with a view on the lagoon, you will head towards Padova riding along the Brenta canal. This is a very famous area thanks to its wonderful Venetian villas. We will then go back to Venice, for the last overnight stay.
Saturday
After breakfast and the customary goodbyes, free time for individual visits of Venice, or return home..
(subject to changes)
Included in tour:
- 7 nights accommodations aboard the comfort barge Vita Pugna, with lower beds, air conditioning and private bathrooms.
- Breakfasts, packed lunches and dinners (drinks are extra)
- Baggage transport
- Information pack
- Tour guide
Not included in tour:
- Bicycle rental 55 euro to be paid on board
- Airfare
- Excursions not in program
- Drinks
- Transfer between airport and barge
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